RP 380 Press Tool Safety Symbols In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
RP 380 Press Tool Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
RP 380 Press Tool Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations. Battery Tool Use And Care ...
519-3456. Description The RIDGID® RP 380 Press Tool, when used with appropriate attachments, is designed to mechanically press fittings onto tubing to create a water-tight and permanent seal, such as for plumbing and heating applications. When the run switch on the press tool is depressed, an internal electric motor powers a hydraulic pump which sends fluid into the cylinder of the tool, moving the ram forward and applying force to the attachment, pressing the fitting.
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Run Switch Battery (Not Shown) Work Light Figure 1 – RIDGID RP 380 Press Tool and Standard Series Jaw Figure 2 – ON/OFF switch and Tool Status Lights (Need New) Figure 3 - Machine Serial Number - The first 4 digits indicate the year and month of the manufacture. (17 = year, 05 = month).
RP 380 Press Tool Control Marking Description ON/OFF Button Main tool power switch. Press to turn ON / OFF. ON: Press button until light turns on. See Figure 5 – Tool Status Lights OFF: Press button until light turns off. Tool will automatically turn OFF...
NOTICE The RP 380 Press Tool has a ram force of 35 kN. RIDGID Standard Series Press Tools and attachments are designed for 32 kN ram force. Use of RIDGID Standard Series attachments with the RP 380 will significantly decrease attachment life as compared to use with RIDGID Standard Series 32 kN Press Tools.
Do not use tool while standing in water. Inspect work to be done and determine correct RIDGID tool and attachment for the application per their specifications. Using incorrect equipment for an application can cause injury, damage the tool and make incomplete connections.
Figure 6 – Attachment Mounting Pin (similar) Changing Tool Configuration (Long / Standard) The RIDGID RP 380 Press Tool can be configured for use with RIDGID Standard or Long Series attachments (See Specifications for more information). To convert between configurations: Remove any attachment from tool.
RP 380 Press Tool Arrow Mark on Housing Configuration Change Label c. Configuration Change Label (Standard Configuration shown) Figure 7 – Changing Tool Configuration In the “Long” configuration, the slots of the sleeve will align with the openings in the housing to allow Long Series attachments to mount to the tool.
RP 380 Press Tool Figure 9 – Placing Jaws Around Fitting (Need Pictures) Figure 10 – Jaws Square to Fitting (Need Pictures) Confirm jaw is appropriately placed and square to fitting. Keep fingers and hands away from the jaws to avoid crushing injuries in jaws or between jaws and surroundings.
RP 380 Press Tool Confirm ring is appropriately placed and square to fitting. Keep fingers and hands away from the actuator and ring to avoid crushing injuries in attachment or between attachment and surroundings. Depress the run switch. Once the tool cycle begins and the rollers contact the jaw arms, the tool will lock-on and automatically complete the cycle.
Required Maintenance By RIDGID Independent Service Center The RP 380 Press Tool must be serviced at set intervals by a RIDGID Independent Service Center to ensure proper operation. This will be indicated by a tool status light (See figure 4).
Improper service or repair can make the machine unsafe to operate. WARNING Service and repair on the RP 380 Press Tool must be performed by a RIDGID Independent Press Tool Service Center. For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent Service Center or any service or repair questions, see Contact Information section in this manual.
RP 380 Press Tool Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The term electromagnetic compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present and without causing electromagnet interference to other equipment.